While Matt Barnes is “really close” to a return from injury, interim coach Mike Brown intimated that Shaun Livingston is further behind in his recovery from a left index finger problem.

Livingston is typically in charge of Golden State’s second unit and offers terrific length in the backcourt. The Dubs will get him right before sending him back on the court. His absence has allowed other backcourt players to get some extra run down the stretch, but there are minimal fantasy implications.